2020 NFL picks, score predictions for Week 13
NFL picks and score predictions for Week 13 as the final few weeks of season come into view.
Only a few weeks remain in what has been a wild 2020 NFL season. Based on what we’ve seen through the first 12 weeks, it’s safe to assume the last month will have us on the edges of our seats. For now, though, we’re ready to deliver our weekly NFL picks!
As always, we’ve got you covered with the Week 13 edition of NFL picks and score predictions. Now I’ll never claim that these are going to be 100 percent on point. In fact, there’s a very good chance at least a few of my picks will go completely awry. I will, however, make my selections based on research, experience, and careful consideration.
I don’t want to seem too optimistic, but things took a positive turn in Week 12. After a couple of close calls, I managed to put together a 10-5 record with my Week 12 NFL picks. That improves my overall record on the season to 107-69-1, which honestly could be a whole lot worse considering how unpredictable 2020 has been.
Just remember that making picks is not a science. As much research goes into it, anything can happen on any given Sunday. Isn’t that part of why we watch football in the first place?
Now that we’ve gotten all of that out of the way, here are my NFL picks and score predictions for Week 13. Just keep in mind that I assume no responsibility if you choose to place wagers based on my picks — that’s your decision, not mine.
Week 13 Byes: Carolina Panthers (4-8), Tampa Bay Buccaneers (7-5)
Cleveland Browns (8-3) at Tennessee Titans (8-3)
Sunday, December 6, 1PM ET
I’m sorry, but I’m not buying the Cleveland Browns hype at all. Of their eight wins, only one came against quality competition. Of their three losses (all against quality competition), they scored a total of 19 points while giving up 94 points. Yikes.
As for the Tennessee Titans, their resume is far more impressive. They’ve beat five teams that still have a legitimate chance of making the playoffs, and nearly toppled the undefeated Pittsburgh Steelers. Their offense is exceptional between Ryan Tannehill’s consistent production and Derrick Henry‘s dominance on the ground game. The defense is alright but has gotten better as of late.
The only way I see the Browns winning this one is if they can get the ground game going and force the Titans into a few turnovers. Unfortunately, I don’t see that happening as Tennessee is arguably the best team in the league right now at protecting the football.
Henry has another big day on the ground, moving that much closer to locking up his second-straight season as the league’s rushing champ. Tannehill throws a touchdown or two and Baker Mayfield makes too many mistakes for the Browns to overcome. Titans cruise to the win.
Prediction: Titans win 41-23